We’ve all seen the disaster movies where a meteor hits the earth and chaos ensues haven’t we? Did you know that not far off Route 66 there’s a real crater caused by one (a meteor, not a disaster movie!) that you can visit? It’s a unique attraction, it’s a little quirky and you can tick … Read more
We’re getting near the end of our trip and entering the the seventh state, assuming you’re driving the whole road, which brings us to Route 66 in Arizona! Arizona has something for everyone whether you’re looking for wide open spaces and National Parks to hike in or small towns with old motels and characters to … Read more
If classic motels are on your Route 66 bucket list then Arizona is for you! Some of our favorite stops have been in the state of Arizona and it definitely helps you get that Route 66 vibe! Notable Places to Stay on Route 66 in Arizona What kind of Route 66 motels in Arizona can … Read more
An iconic site like Hoover Dam is a must see if you’re traveling nearby and if you’re driving Route 66 the good news is that you will be. If you have time it’s definitely worth the side trip. It’s an amazing sight and spectacle of human construction and what we can do plus what effect … Read more
The Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona (which also contains the Painted Desert) is right on Route 66, and in fact the road travels straight through it, so if you’re doing the iconic road trip there’s no need to head too far off from where you already are for this sight. And what a sight it is! It … Read more
A popular question from those planning their road trip is how far is it from Route 66 to Grand Canyon? Can you include it in your road trip and should you? If you don’t live anywhere near the American West and have always wanted to see the Grand Canyon then it makes a lot of … Read more
Looking for those classic Route 66 towns with neon, murals and quirky photo opportunities? The Route 66 attractions in Arizona are almost everything that you could wish to see on a Route 66 trip. Arizona was such a wonderful state to explore for us, certainly making it into one of our favorite states and I’m … Read more
